CarnavalFilmFestival

Africadelic and Caribbean Creativity invite you to a vibrant weekend of films celebrating, experiencing and reflecting on the spirit of Carnaval worldwide. This unique 3-day festival in Melkweg Cinema and @droog Red Space explores how Carnaval has inspired filmmakers around the world to tell stories of joy, resistance, community, and freedom. From the dazzling parades of Rio de Janeiro and Port of Spain to the rhythmic expressions of Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean and the Prince Carnaval traditions of the Netherlands and Belgium, Carnaval is a global phenomenon, rooted in history, culture and community. This first edition of Carnaval Film Festival honours the complexity, creativity and resistance of these traditions, while asking urgent questions about culture, identity, and belonging in a changing world.